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You are currently taking a course at a university but you will need to have a week off during this course. Write a letter to the university of Dean. In the letter: •Give details of your course •Explain why you need a week off •Say what you want the Dean to do

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Dear Sir, I am Sakshi Kansara, my student number is N0147802 and I am currently enrolled in a French learning course for 6 weeks. I am writing
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 letter in regard to requesting a week off as I am visiting my family in India
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 uncertain circumstances, as my grandmother is ill and I have to be present there for her. As it is a language learning course, missing a class would be a huge drawback for my grades.
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, I request you to ask a professor if he can record his lectures in the class so
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that later
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 on I can watch the videos and learn
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 I am in India.
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, I can take up extra classes too once I am back here.
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, I will always be available via email or text message, if in case there are any concerns.
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, I request you to approve my leave of absence as it is essentially crucial for me and I will make sure my grades are not affected because of
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 week off. Looking forward to hearing from you soon. Yours sincerely, Sakshi

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Consider adding a specific date for when you'll be absent to provide clarity.
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You might want to mention any specific arrangements you can make to keep up with assignments during your absence.
coherence cohesion
Ensure that each paragraph covers a single point clearly, as in the reasons for your absence and the request to the Dean.
suitable writing tone
The overall tone of the letter is polite and appropriately formal, displaying respect.
complete response
The request for recorded lectures and extra classes demonstrates initiative and responsibility regarding your studies.
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